Consulting Analyst

Talan (part of the Talan Group) is an expert provider of professional services. Our vision and mission is to take positive action in a complex world for the future good of people and the environment and to enlighten and enable our clients’ transformation in an increasingly complex world.

We are purpose-driven, working across multiple sectors, tackling social and environmental challenges, improving and simplify the way markets work, harnessing the power of digital transformation and ensuring data is protected and used ethically.

Talan provides a range of consultancy and outsourcing capabilities including programme management, market design and governance. We also have extensive and award-winning capabilities across cyber security, data privacy and digital transformation. We are Great Place to Work accredited.

The nature of what we do means we are very much a people business. The contribution every member of the team makes to our diverse range of experience, skills and personalities is valued. We invest heavily in learning and development to enable our people to develop skills and gain experience which will enhance career prospects for life. Many who started their careers with us have rapidly progressed to more senior positions.

No two days are the same, but we believe in a flexible approach to working which we know our employees value.

Job Description

The Role

Do you want to play your part in shaping the future of our energy system?

The energy transition is one of the biggest challenges facing the UK today as we look to deliver clean, secure, affordable energy for businesses, consumers and communities. Our future energy system will require a range of different technologies ranging from renewables and electrification to hydrogen and biofuels. Understanding these technologies and markets and working collaboratively to deploy them will be key to securing our energy future.

Our team work with businesses, innovators, and governments to make that vision a reality, delivering high-quality research, analysis, and communications and building consortia to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing the industry.

We are looking for a driven and talented individual to join our dynamic team as a Consulting Analyst. Reporting to the Senior Consultant, this role will put the successful candidate in the heart of the energy transition, working with our team to deliver high-quality projects that unlock our future energy system.



Responsibilities

• Support the low carbon consulting team in the delivery of client projects
• Produce accurate and well-structured analysis and models that can be reviewed and developed into insights
• Prepare accurate client-ready reports that deliver insights in a concise manner
• Develop thought leadership and marketing materials, and assist with updates for publication on internal or external channels
• Support the team’s growth by demonstrating an entrepreneurial attitude through showing willingness to take on new tasks, contribute ideas, and a proactive approach.
• Participate in networking and industry events to build understanding of the sector and support relationship‑building efforts.
  
  
  
  

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits package

The role is based in London or Birmingham

Qualifications

Requirements

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take a pragmatic approach to deliver results in a timely manner.
• Demonstrable communication skills to be used in explaining methodologies and insights in internal and external audiences
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Background knowledge on the low carbon market or energy.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
  
  
  

Personal attributes:

• Highly self-motivated and flexible.
• Can-do attitude
• A team player committed to working collaboratively.
  
  
  

The role is based in London or Birmingham. The role occasionally involves some UK travel.



Upon employment, employees should also have a sound awareness of the Company's Information, Quality, Environmental and Energy Management Systems.

Additional Information

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion commitments

Our commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth. As a socially responsible leader, Talan continually invests in sustainable growth, addressing both social and environmental challenges. We achieve this while preserving our core values and ensuring operational excellence for our clients. This commitment to excellence extends across all aspects of our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

For the past three years, through our 360° approach to social and environmental responsibility, we have been driving significant change and strengthening these principles within our corporate DNA. The solid foundations we've been building since 2021 are enabling our organisation to transform in a sustainable and positive manner.

Disability Inclusion

We recognise that the diversity of legislative and cultural frameworks for supporting individuals with disabilities requires the implementation of specific policies and a unique approach in each country where the Group operates. Talan is committed to strengthening its involvement in promoting the inclusion of people with disabilities by implementing dedicated support systems and raising awareness among our teams on these issues.

WHAT WE OFFER

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Reward and recognition schemes

Flexible working

Private Bupa healthcare (subsidised)

Life Assurance (up to 4 times annual salary)

Matched pension contributions

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to work scheme

Buy and Sell annual leave

Reimbursement of eye test and up to £50 towards glasses or contacts

Corporate gym rates

Employee Assistance Programm

Summer and Christmas parties, along with monthly Social@77